Well, this is certainly an Olympics cheating scandal no one saw coming — Norwegian biathlete Sturla Holm Laegreid won his first medal at the Milan-Cortina Winter Games — and confessed to cheating on his girlfriend after one of the biggest accomplishments of his career!!
We’re serious — it happened after SHL won the bronze in the 20km individual biathlon on Tuesday … when he opened up on his personal life.
As he began to discuss the amazing accomplishment with Norwegian broadcaster NRK, Laegreid was suddenly overcome with emotion — and it wasn’t because of the medal.
“There is someone I wanted to share this with who might not be watching today,” Laegreid said.
“Six months ago, I met the love of my life, the most beautiful and kindest person in the world. Three months ago, I made the biggest mistake of my life and was unfaithful, and I told her about it a week ago. This has been the worst week of my life.”
Så ikke helt denne komme. Tidenes mest absurde medaljeintervju. 🫣 pic.twitter.com/fFwJ1B0vCO
— Daniel Vassbund (@Smoothedan) February 10, 2026
@Smoothedan
Laegreid added, “I had the gold medal in life, and I am sure there are many people who will see things differently, but I only have eyes for her.”
“Sport has come second these last few days. Yes, I wish I could share this with her.”
Laegreid’s bronze on Tuesday is his second overall Olympic medal, adding to his 2022 relay gold. He’s also a six-time Biathlon World Champion.
Let’s see if that champion mindset — and public confession — helps him win his girl back.
